HB 90
An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in public assistance, further providing for verification of eligibility.
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Bill overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s Human Services Code to clarify the process for verifying eligibility for public assistance, specifically medical assistance. It requires applicants and recipients to cooperate with the Department of Human Services in seeking medical support from noncustodial parents when it’s needed for a child. There are exceptions to this requirement, including situations involving domestic violence, potential harm to a child’s medical care, or documented harm to the child or custodial parent’s well-being.
Key provisions
- Requires applicants and recipients to cooperate with the Department of Human Services in seeking medical support from noncustodial parents for children.
- Establishes criteria for when the requirement to seek support does not apply, including domestic violence, risk of disrupting medical care, and documented harm.
- Allows the Department to verify domestic violence using established federal standards.
- Specifies that medical assistance should be provided to a child without delay during eligibility determination.
- Outlines a reimbursement process if the noncustodial parent withholds information.
- Clarifies that a child remains eligible for medical assistance despite the verification process.
Who is affected
- Applicants for public assistance
- Recipients of public assistance
- Children receiving medical assistance
- Custodial parents of children
- Noncustodial parents of children
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R. Lee James
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